Latest from the Scottish government so that's us it the house for weeks I stopped looking at jobs the end of last week as I was warned this was coming just have to order some paint
New guidance from the Scottish government on public health during the coronavirus crisis makes clear that work on construction projects should only continue if it is directly crucial to combatting the coronavirus pandemic.
Even then, even essential projects can only continue operating if they can comply with guidance on social distancing, safety and welfare during the Covid-19 outbreak. Any site unable to meet these requirements should close.
Essential projects include:
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- those to create or repurpose facilities which will be used directly in Covid-19 related activities;
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- projects to create or repurpose facilities that will be used to accommodate key workers, or free-up space in facilities to be used directly in Covid-19 related activities;
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- projects that are considered essential public services;
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- the repair and maintenance of critical infrastructure.
The government gives examples of ‘essential’ projects, including Edinburgh Children’s Hospital and Department of Clinical Neurosciences. The work is not directly contributing to the Covid-19 situation at this point, but could provide additional capacity if the situation changes, it says.
Economy secretary Fiona Hyslop said: “We recognise that this is an extremely difficult time for businesses of all kinds, but the Scottish government’s priority is saving lives and fighting Covid-19. To this end, all construction sites should close unless they are essential to the health and welfare of the country during this crisis. I want to make clear our thanks to the construction workers who are continuing to work on these essential projects.